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When it comes to resolving neighbour disputes over trees, it helps to know your rights and responsibilities
Trees are a common cause of disagreements between neighbours. Disputes can arise over tree size, overhanging or fallen branches, shade, invasive root systems and the potential for a tree to cause injury or damage. The rights and responsibilities of tree owners and...
Adelaide residents and businesses negotiate over final stages of North-South Corridor project
The State and Federal Governments have jointly announced the long-awaited decision on the preferred option for the final 10.5km River Torrens to Darlington section of the North-South Corridor upgrade. The decision has been contingent on a comprehensive analysis of the...
If you can no longer afford to feed and medicate your pet, you are at risk of committing an animal cruelty offence.
If statistics are anything to go by South Australians are animal lovers. A survey conducted by Animal Medicines Australia revealed 68 per cent of SA households own a pet. Pet ownership is a privilege which comes with clear responsibilities and obligations. So, when...
In addition to having a Will, residual superannuation needs to be dealt with before you die
Having a valid Will in place ensures that in the event of your death your assets and interests go to the right person(s). Your superannuation however, does not automatically form part of your estate assets and therefore is not subject to the terms of your Will....
Losing demerit points due to driver distraction can put you at risk of losing your drivers licence. Here are your options.
Driver distraction is a major contributor to deaths and serious injury on SA roads. In an Australian Road Safety Foundation survey, a whopping 79 per cent of Australian motorists admitted to general risky behaviour. SA police figures show that between 2015 and 2019 43...
It’s all in the planning if you are a business owner looking towards retirement
Understandably, business owners are often so busy focusing on the day-to-day operations that little thought is given to the future of the business should a key person no longer be involved due to death, illness or retirement. Proper succession planning should mean the...
Obtaining a Grant of Probate for the administration of a deceased estate explained
When a loved one dies their estate needs to be attended to. Locating the deceased person’s Will and obtaining a Grant of Probate is the first step in this process. The appointed executor of the Will is required to make an application in the Supreme Court for the...
An Advance Care Directive ensures you remain in control of your healthcare needs
Advance Care Directives have replaced Enduring Powers of Guardianship, Medical Powers of Attorney and Anticipatory Directions. While your Enduring Power of Guardianship may still be valid, an Advance Care Directive allows you to set out in detail your wishes regarding...
Having a Power of Attorney in place is just as important as your Will
There is a common misconception that the Executor of your Will can make decisions for you while you are alive however, this is not the case. A Power of Attorney document is just as important as your Will. It allows you to appoint someone to act on your behalf for...
If you are buying or selling property you need to be aware of the importance of a Form 1
An integral part of selling a property, whether by private treaty or auction, is the statutory provision of a document called a Form 1 by the vendor to the purchaser. A Form 1 is a disclosure statement which contains certain details relating to the property being sold...
Proposed domestic violence bill not necessarily the answer to shared custody disputes
A private member’s bill has been introduced into parliament by Federal Labor MP Graham Perrett in response to the shocking murder of Brisbane woman Hannah Clarke and her three children at the hands of her former partner. The family law bill aims to remove what Mr...
Your entitlement to claim for assistance as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident explained
PART 3. Motor Vehicle Accident Claims: Involved in a motor vehicle accident which was not your fault? You may be able to claim for the assistance you receive because of your injuries Sometimes after a motor vehicle accident a family member or friend will...